Legal
February 26, 2021
UK: Gambling Act 2005 Changes Unlikely to Occur Before 2022
The UK may not implement any changes to the Gambling Act 2005 before 2022, a government official noted during a Westminster Policy Forum event. No Industry Changes This Year Ben Dean, director of sport and gambling at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) suggested that the timeframe for change implementation regarding the […]
Industry
February 26, 2021
Fortuna Dominates 2020 Edition of Polish Bookmakers Awards
The 2020 edition of the Polish Bookmakers Awards was dominated by Fortuna Zakłady Bukmacherskie, the Polish subsidiary of Czech-based gambling company Fortuna Entertainment Group. 5 Titles out of 8 Categories The prominent bookmaker took home 3 other prestigious titles, Best Offer, Responsible Bookmaker and Best Marketing, besides the main Best Bookmaker Award which was given […]
Legal
February 26, 2021
Malta-Licensed Firms Operate in Austria Legally under EU Law
Is it legal to offer gambling for residents in EU jurisdictions in which an operator does not hold a license, yet is authorized in another – this is the issue that is about to find an answer after an Austria-based litigation financing firm filed legal claims against gaming companies licensed elsewhere including Malta. EU Law […]
Casino
February 26, 2021
Austrian Police Units Shut Down Two Gambling Operations
Austria’s Federal Criminal and Financial Police units have shut down two illegal gambling establishments after a joint operation. The operation took place in the Vienna districts of Donaustadt and Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus, where officers found drugs and confiscated gambling machines. Gambling Venues Shut Down, Drugs Found On February 24, Austria’s Financial Police and Federal Criminal Police units […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
UK Gambling Activities Decreased in 2020, Says Report by GC
In 2020, gambling activities in the UK decreased significantly, according to a new report released by the Gambling Commission. Overall, gambling activities fell by 42% and significant decrease was observed in the retail sector. In contrast, online gambling activities increased by 3%. GC Reveals a New Report on Gambling Activities for 2020 According to a […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
Jdigital Launches Problem Gambling Helpline with Fejar
Jdigital and Spanish problem-gambling therapist Fejar have teamed up to launch a freephone gambling support helpline. 24/7 Freephone Helpline Available to Problem Gamblers Throughout the Year Spain’s digital gambling association Jdigital and the Spanish Federation of Rehabilitated Gamblers (Fejar) have signed a collaborative agreement to help problem gamblers. The project will see the association’s members […]
Legal
February 25, 2021
Sweden’s Black Market Is ‘The Problem’ Say Operators
Ardalan Shekarabi, the Swedish minister of social affairs, has confirmed that the country continues to address problem gambling, specifically the illegal gambling market. Sweden Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Illegal Gambling Sweden continues the good fight against gambling addiction and illegal operators as the minister of social affairs, Ardalan Shekarabi, has reiterated the country’s commitment to protecting vulnerable […]
Sports
February 24, 2021
Gambling Ad Rules to Bring Hardships for Spanish Football Clubs
Spain introduced tough gambling ad restrictions in November last year. The restrictions plan to ban gambling sponsorships once the football season ends. Such a ban may bring difficulties for many Spanish football clubs who have already felt the economic impact of the pandemic last year. Spain’s Tough Rules on Gambling Advertising Affect the Industry Last […]
Sports
February 24, 2021
Betano Acquires Digital Sports Betting License in Germany
Betano has acquired a license to launch digital sports betting in Germany and is preparing to launch betano.de in the near future. Betano Acquires Sports Betting License in Germany Leading digital sports betting operator Betano has acquired an operational license from the Darmstadt Regional Council. The license allows Betano to launch online sports betting operations […]
Business
February 23, 2021
Enlabs Reports Revenue Increase in 4Q2020
Enlabs experienced another record quarter with active customer count increasing by 15% quarter to quarter and 88% year over year. Another Record Quarter After Acquisition of Global Gaming in Q3 Estonia-based operator Enlabs has published their financial results for 2020, including the fourth quarter of the year. Revenues for the period January 1 – December […]